Reporter

Postmedia; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated reporter to cover the federal public service in the National Capital Region. This role involves creating original journalism, building trust with sources, and uncovering untold stories that matter to the public. The ideal candidate will excel in research and writing, and be enthusiastic about engaging with readers and experimenting with new storytelling platforms. Join a dynamic team committed to delivering impactful news and insights that resonate with audiences across Canada.

Qualifications

• Degree in journalism or significant media experience required.
• Experience in a daily news environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging journalism about the federal public service.
• Build trust with sources and break news.
• Collaborate with editors and digital producers.

Skills

Research Skills

Writing Skills

Communication Skills

Networking

Bilingualism

Education

Journalism Degree

Significant Media Experience

Job description

The Company:

Postmedia is a Canadian news media company representing more than 130 brands across multiple print, online, and mobile platforms. Our award-winning journalists and innovative product development teams deliver engaging content to millions of people weekly, wherever and whenever they want it. This extensive reach and scope provide advertisers and marketers with compelling solutions to reach target audiences. We are always seeking talented individuals to join our team.

The Opportunity:

The Ottawa Citizen and Ottawa Sun newsroom has an immediate opening for a reporter to help set the news agenda and drive comprehensive coverage of the federal public service. With over 150,000 public servants in the National Capital Region, the public service reporter will explore the relationship between the bureaucracy and Canada's capital, examine workplace issues affecting civil servants, analyze how government operations are evolving, and hold leaders accountable.

What you’ll do:

• Create engaging, original journalism about the federal public service and federal institutions in the national capital.
• Build trust with sources within the public service to tell their stories and break news.
• Sift through data and online resources to uncover untold stories.
• Collaborate with editors, photographers, and digital producers to present stories.
• Balance same-day news with longer enterprise features, profiles, and investigations.

Who you are:

• A hardworking, entrepreneurial team player.
• Able to research and gather information from traditional and non-traditional sources.
• An excellent communicator with well above average writing skills, capable of translating complex issues into clear, engaging language.
• Capable of developing a strong network of sources.
• Enthusiastic about experimenting with emerging storytelling platforms.
• Interested in listening to and learning from readers.

Qualifications:

• A journalism degree or significant media experience.
• Experience in a daily news environment.
• Bilingualism is an asset.
• A valid G driver's license.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those under consideration will be contacted. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. No phone calls or agencies, please.

Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during the hiring process. Please inform us of any needs in advance. We promote employment equity and an inclusive, barrier-free environment. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities.